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Hoge Ginkel Nature Reserve

Hoge Ginkel Nature Reserve

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Hoge Ginkel Nature Reserve

Name: Hoge Ginkel Nature Reserve
Rating: 2

Recommended by 22 hikers

This Highlight is in a protected area

Please check local regulations for: Utrechtse Heuvelrug

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Location: Leersum, Utrecht, Netherlands

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1. Leersumse Plassen – Amerongse Berg loop from Leersum

30.0km

07:48

200m

Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Storm Trail Breeveen – Storm Trail Breeveen loop from Doorn

22.4km

05:51

160m

Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Amerongse Berg – Lone oak loop from Leersum

13.8km

03:40

140m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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PadenVerkenners

November 11, 2023

Hoge Ginkel, a pearl of the Utrechtse Heuvelrug, extends over a lush landscape of approximately 132 hectares. This protected nature reserve, located in the heart of the ridge, offers an enchanting mix of forests, heathlands and some water features. The area is steeped in natural splendor and is known for its diversity of flora and fauna.

When you walk through Hoge Ginkel, the area embraces you with peace and serenity. The area's rich ecosystem attracts various animal species, ranging from majestic deer to curious rabbits. Bird lovers can enjoy the cheerful sound of various birds.

The hiking trails in Hoge Ginkel offer visitors the opportunity to wander through the shady forests, where sunbeams play on the leaves and a carpet of colorful flowers covers the ground. As you make your way through the area, you'll be greeted by the soothing scent of the forest and the neutral rustle of the wind waiting through the treetops.

The area is not only a haven for nature lovers but also a place of management and protection. Nature conservation organizations consistently cherish Hoge Ginkel, so that biodiversity is preserved and generations after us can also enjoy this natural treasure. Hiking trails have been carefully constructed, allowing visitors to enjoy nature in a respectful way, without disrupting the delicate balance of the ecosystem.

In Hoge Ginkel, every step is a discovery, every bend in the path reveals a new panorama. Whether it is the vast heathlands that bloom in summer or the cozy wooded paths that change their color palette in autumn, Hoge Ginkel offers an impressive journey through the beautiful nature of the Utrechtse Heuvelrug. It is an invitation to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and wander through the peace and harmony of a landscape that has written its own story for centuries. In Hoge Ginkel, every walk becomes an encounter with the timeless beauty of nature. 🌿🚶‍♂️✨ # WandelTotaal #HogeGinkel #UtrechtseHeuvelrug #NatuurOntdiscovery

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Rogier Van Bunnik 🇳🇱

April 19, 2024

Hoge Ginkel is centrally located on the Utrechtse Heuvelrug and is one of the quietest forests in the province.

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Narda 🌳🐕

March 2, 2025

On the border of forest and drifting sand/heath

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Location: Leersum, Utrecht, Netherlands

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Hoge Ginkel Nature Reserve

1. Leersumse Plassen – Amerongse Berg loop from Leersum

2. Storm Trail Breeveen – Storm Trail Breeveen loop from Doorn

3. Amerongse Berg – Lone oak loop from Leersum

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